National Defence committee  I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I understand the question.

National Defence committee  I think that certain measures that were implemented surely encouraged some people to come forward and to participate in the reporting process. At the same time, the obligation to report puts a strain on victims and survivors, which I think is problematic. I will reiterate that

National Defence committee  First and foremost, trust must be restored. Without that trust, there will always be issues with reporting. As I said in my remarks, data has been gathered over the past five years. Data is important, but little blind spots have also been revealed. Another important issue to un

National Defence committee  I can start and be very quick. I've tried to outline a few paths forward, because I do think culture manifests itself in things such as leadership and what they say in training, and so on. I tried to identify certain paths through which this can happen. On the broader point abo

National Defence committee  First of all, you mentioned the champion for women, peace and security, and while I think this is an important leadership role, I think that the question you raised, perhaps, isn't directly connected to the mandate of the champion for women, peace and security, which really refer

National Defence committee  I suppose your question prompts me to think that if Whitecross hadn't retired she would have the perfect qualifications right now. You remember who was speaking five years ago and taking the microphone and speaking to these issues, and it was General Whitecross. She's moved on in

National Defence committee  I would certainly welcome this opportunity to review how we can better focus on the unique needs and experiences of women in the Canadian Armed Forces. If it takes a crisis to precipitate more attention to this issue, then so be it. In general, I think it's been the big push beh

National Defence committee  We just don't know enough right now to speak to that. I would like to echo what my colleague, Professor Okros, said earlier. Some information that will come out during the investigation process may help us think through this issue in more depth. Right now, it is still too early.

National Defence committee  I have read the same articles as you in the media.

National Defence committee  I don't have anything to add.

National Defence committee  Yes, this is what I wanted to highlight in my statement. I think there are instances and certain scenarios and situations that haven't been properly embedded in training or how Op Honour has been presented and rolled out. I think situations of asymmetric professional relationshi

National Defence committee  I think there is probably some doubt when it comes to the understanding and commitment in moments like these. You're right to highlight that. There has been a lot of defensiveness in the past as well in terms of reacting to problems as they arise, and of course, five years ago, t

National Defence committee  As you may know, I am not in favour of that policy because I truly believe that victims of sexual harassment or assault must have absolute control over the process and trust it. I will use this opportunity to make another comment on informal procedures. Much is being said about

National Defence committee  I'm talking about hierarchy and relationships. If an incident occurs, there is an option to resolve disputes informally. It's something that would be raised in a discussion. Formal reporting procedures are often brought up, but informal dynamics also exist. It is more difficult f

National Defence committee  I will begin by saying that we are really focused on the role of women, but that this should not be the limit. I think that focus must also be placed on other under-represented groups. In terms of diversity, I know that the Canadian Armed Forces have invested a lot in the represe